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Semi Precious Stone Citrine

Citrine, also called citrine quartz or also citrine topaz, it is an amber-colored gemstone. It is a form of quartz with ferric iron impurities, and also rarely found naturally. Most commercial citrine is in fact artificially heated amethyst and smoky quartz. Brazil is the leading producer of naturally mined citrine, with much of its production coming from the state at Rio Grande do Sul. Citrine In ancient times, citrine was carried as a protection against snake venom and has evil thoughts. Citrine is one of two traditional birthstones for the month of November.

Historical Facts of Citrine

Hardness: 6

Star signs: Gemini, Aries, Libra, Leo

Birthstone: November, June

Color: Pale yellow to brown

Occurrence: Brazil

Uses: Protective tool against snake venom and evil thoughts

Citrine Gem Stones